Consumer Reports’ annual reliability survey says the Model S is average, with earlier production models faring worse, while newer ones are statistically more reliable. And, while “average” sounds rather, well, average, CR does mention the Model S edges out the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in its reliability ratings. The widely read publication has a Model S of […]

Today Consumer Reports announced a wide variety of vehicle manufacturers to its 2014 Top Picks list, with the Tesla Model S named “Best Overall,” meaning it is “the best all-around model” in its category. Since the Model S is considered best among all 10 categories of cars, light trucks, and SUVs Consumer Reports tests, this […]

Saying the Tesla Model S scored the “highest owner-satisfaction score Consumer Reports has seen in years: 99 out of 100,” the influential consumer publication placed the electric luxury sedan atop this year’s standings. The Model S combines all the attributes that other cars may only offer in part, says CR. These are that it’s fun […]

Consumer Reports’ just-released Model S road test says it may be the best car it has ever tested, but the publication cannot recommend it. While the review gushes with praise for the car that “takes everything you know about cars and stands it on its head,” keeping to a tradition of conservatism, it essentially says […]